LPN Moses Cone Ortho Full Time Days Sign On Bonus

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Hospital supports the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider in a hospital setting to provide high-quality patient care. Working under close supervision, this role develops and implements hospital-based care plans and prepares equipment for procedures across the organization's hospital systems.<br><p><br /><b>Essential Job Function: </b></p><div><ul><li>Supports the care team by collecting patient history and medical information in order to provide complete case documentation in hospital medical records.</li><li>Assists in developing and implementing care plans as directed by the Registered Nurse or healthcare provider to serve patient needs of those being treated in a hospital.</li><li>Ensures that the proper techniques and safety precautions are taken in accordance with Cone Health policies around sterile environments.</li><li>Communicates health care instructions to patients and families in order to deliver information in a clear way for the care plan.</li><li>Helps to respond to emergencies and safety hazards by utilizing personal protective equipment and hospital precautions to avoid patient harm.</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><p><br /><b>Education:</b></p><div><ul><li>Required: High School Diploma or equivalent; Diploma in Practical Nursing; Completion of Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) required within 4 years of hire.</li></ul></div><p><br /><b>Experience: </b></p><div><ul><li>Required: None; New LPN Graduates must be accepted into the Cone Health LPN Academy.</li></ul></div><p><br /><b>Licensure/Certification/Listing: </b></p><div><ul><li>Required: Current LPN license in North Carolina; BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.</li></ul></div>